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AD03 VZL

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,989 mi
Last recorded126,989 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 126,989 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

no oil on dip stick

sump corroded and slightly leaking

Fail 11 Nov 2015 126,989 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

no oil on dip stick

sump corroded and slightly leaking

Pass 13 Dec 2014 100,817 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 96,384 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Corrosion on all brake discs

Surface corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Pass 11 Jul 2012 91,358 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust silencer heatshield loose

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 23 Jun 2011 85,239 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 85,239 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 73,984 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 73,984 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 63,389 miles

Rear registration plate has some deteriation

Pass 24 Jun 2008 49,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 35,856 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 24,523 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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AD03 VZL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 VZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 VZL registered?

AD03 VZL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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The MOT history for AD03 VZL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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